St Andrews Beach Golf Course has once again been recognised among the world’s finest golf courses, receiving prominent acknowledgment across multiple major Australian and international rankings for the 2026 ranking year.
The Mornington Peninsula links has been featured in leading publications including Golf Australia Magazine, Golf Digest, Inside Golf Magazine, The Golf Course Guide, and the globally respected Top 100 Golf Courses — reaffirming St Andrews Beach’s standing as one of Australia’s most distinguished public-access golf experiences.
Designed by acclaimed architect Tom Doak, St Andrews Beach has long been admired for its authentic links character, strategic complexity, and natural integration with the coastal landscape. The course’s continued recognition reflects not only its design pedigree, but also the consistency of playing conditions and the overall experience delivered to golfers from around Australia and overseas.
A Benchmark for Public-Access Golf
In an era where many of the world’s highest-ranked courses remain private, St Andrews Beach continues to stand apart as a course that combines international-level design with genuine public access. The 2026 rankings highlight the course’s ability to offer a premium golfing experience without compromise — one that rewards thoughtful play, embraces the elements, and remains true to the principles of traditional links golf.
Industry panels and contributing editors consistently cited the course’s strategic variety, firmness underfoot, and the way wind and terrain shape every round, ensuring no two visits feel the same. These qualities have positioned St Andrews Beach as a destination course rather than a repeat-play venue, attracting golfers seeking a memorable and purposeful experience
#6 in Australia
#89 Worldwide
#4 Public Access
#14 in Australia
#7 in Australia
#3 in Australia
#25 in Australia
Part of a World-Class Golf Destination
Situated on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, St Andrews Beach has become a cornerstone of the region’s reputation as one of the Southern Hemisphere’s great golf destinations. The course’s inclusion across multiple respected rankings reinforces its role in showcasing Australian golf on the international stage.
For visiting golfers, these accolades provide reassurance that St Andrews Beach delivers an experience worthy of planning a trip around — while for returning players, they serve as recognition of a course that continues to evolve while remaining faithful to its original vision.
Looking Ahead
As St Andrews Beach moves through 2026, the focus remains firmly on maintaining the standards that have earned this recognition: thoughtful course presentation, respect for the land, and an unwavering commitment to providing an exceptional golfing experience.
These latest rankings stand not as a destination reached, but as a reflection of an ongoing pursuit — to be counted among the world’s best, while remaining accessible to those who seek out truly memorable golf.
